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Associated Press • Associated Press

Two Enstrom helicopters collide midair near Hammonton, N.J.; 1 killed, 1 critically injured

Two Enstrom helicopters — an F-28A (N520H) and a 280C Shark (N280MG) — collided midair near Hammonton Municipal Airport in southern New Jersey on Sunday, crash‑landing and killing one person while critically injuring another. The FAA has opened an investigation and local agencies responded.

Aviation24 • André Orban

Midair collision between two Enstrom helicopters in southern New Jersey kills one, critically injures another

Simple Flying • Channing Reid

Helicopters Collide Mid‑air in New Jersey; 1 Dead, Several Injured

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FlightGlobal • David Kaminski-Morrow

UZGA flies LMS-901 'Baikal' in maiden flight with domestically produced VK-800 engine

By FlightGlobal: Russian airframer UZGA has carried out the maiden flight of an LMS-901 Baikal aircraft fitted with its VK-800 engine. The single-engined Baikal is a new nine-seat utility aircraft design which was originally powered by the GE Aerospace H80.

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One Mile at a Time • Ben Schlappig

Near-collision at Houston IAH after pilot turns wrong way on takeoff

By One Mile at a Time: A frightening takeoff incident at Houston Airport put two planes on a collision course, as one plane turned right instead of left.

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Aviation24 • Bart Noëth

Moscow airports grounded after drone strikes; hundreds of flights canceled or delayed

By Aviation24: Moscow’s major airports were forced to temporarily halt flights and impose strict airspace restrictions overnight following what Russian authorities.

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FlightGlobal • David Kaminski-Morrow

EVA Air board approves 787-9 purchase plus 777-300ER leases and upgrades

By FlightGlobal: Taiwanese carrier EVA Air's board has approved the purchase of four Boeing 787-9s, as well as measures relating to its Boeing 777-300ER fleet. The board approved the 787 transaction on 26 December, valuing the agreement at up to $1.94 billion.

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Boeing Confirms New 787 Order from EVA Air

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EVA Air Orders Four Boeing 787‑9s Worth US$1.94bn and Approves Cabin Upgrades for Four 777‑300ERs

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By Skift: In 2025, loyalty programs have become one of most important assets as the airline industry tilts more toward wealthier travelers.

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The Guardian • Guardian staff reporter

Mount Etna Erupts, Ash Cloud Triggers Red Aviation Notice Affecting Sicily and Mediterranean Airspace

By The Guardian: Italy's most active volcano erupted on Saturday, prompting scientists to issue a red Volcano Observatory notice for aviation, signalling a potential risk for aircraft.

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IEEE • Elan Head

Joby Aviation Secures Dubai Deal — First Commercial Air Taxi Service to Launch in 2026

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Two Enstrom helicopters collide midair near Hammonton, N.J.; 1 killed, 1 critically injured

Midair collision between two Enstrom helicopters in southern New Jersey kills one, critically injures another

Helicopters Collide Mid‑air in New Jersey; 1 Dead, Several Injured

UZGA flies LMS-901 'Baikal' in maiden flight with domestically produced VK-800 engine

Near-collision at Houston IAH after pilot turns wrong way on takeoff

Moscow airports grounded after drone strikes; hundreds of flights canceled or delayed

EVA Air board approves 787-9 purchase plus 777-300ER leases and upgrades

Boeing Confirms New 787 Order from EVA Air

EVA Air Orders Four Boeing 787‑9s Worth US$1.94bn and Approves Cabin Upgrades for Four 777‑300ERs

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